THEATER--All right, so a quick plug--this reporter's multimedia one-woman show "So What If I Loved You" continues its run at 8 p.m. at Merseles Studios, 339-345 Newark Ave., Jersey City. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. The show also runs tomorrow at 8 p.m., Sunday at 7 p.m. Check out Steven Rodas' interview with me about my inspiration, my struggles and the show.

MUSIC--The Sensational Country Blues Wonders, Twiddlin Thumbs and Sea of Otters rock the house at 9 p.m. at Mojo Lounge, 130 West Side Ave., Jersey City.

OUT-OF-COUNTY--Jersey City band Devi rocks out with the Funk Machine, Running Days and others at 8 p.m. at the Bitter End, 147 Bleecker St., New York City.

SATURDAY

FESTIVAL--The Lackawanna Music Festival is back at Pier A Park in Hoboken from noon to 10 p.m. The all-day affair features music by local and regional acts, Ben & Jerry's ice cream, a beer garden, food from Biggie's Clam Bar and fun activities.

ART--"Apsarus," a solo show by John Ruddy, has a closing party from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Grassroots Community Space, 54 Coles St., Jersey City.

MUSIC--The Slick Living Experience Tour makes its way to Guttenberg at 7 p.m. at 7000 Kennedy Blvd.

OUT-OF-COUNTY--Jersey City band Okestura and others perform at 7 p.m. at the Index Art Center, 237 Washington St., Newark.

Hoboken bands Davey and the Trainwreck and the Fave perform at 9:30 p.m. at the Saint, 601 Main St., Asbury Park.

SUNDAY

ART--About 20 artists showcase their work in "Poppin' Retro," a funky pop art show with a reception from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Raven Gallery and Boutique, 304 Newark Ave., Jersey City.

OUTDOORS--Just Chuck It, the biggest water balloon fight in Jersey City, is back from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Hudson County, 1 Canal St., which it benefits. Registration is at 12 noon. There is a suggested donation of $10. Water balloons will be available for purchase.